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< Back Reflecting on SweCham’s Journey and Milestones 8 Aug 2024 ‘The Thai-Swedish Business Association was formed on 9th January 1989 by some fifty Thai and Swedish companies engaged in business between Thailand and Sweden. The purpose of the TSBA is to serve as a forum and a voice for the Thai-Swedish Business community, and to foster friendship and understanding in trade and economic co-operation between Thailand and Sweden. Membership is open to all firms, companies and individuals interested in furthering the objectives of the TSBA.’ From its founding on in 1989 as the Thai-Swedish Business Association, SweCham has played a pivotal role in enhancing Thai-Swedish relations. As we look forward to the SweCham 35th Anniversary Gala Dinner in November, we reflect on the journey that has brought SweCham to where it is today. Over the years, SweCham has remained true to its founding purpose while evolving to meet the changing needs of the business community. Today, in addition to strengthening commercial ties between Sweden and Thailand, SweCham promotes, advances, and protects members’ business interests, and works to improve the business climate in Thailand. Looking back, SweCham’s journey reflects its unwavering commitment to fostering Thai-Swedish relations. We are deeply grateful to our members, partners, and supporters for their vital role in our continued success. Moving forward, we aim to build on this strong foundation, embracing new opportunities and challenges to further enhance our impact on the Thai-Swedish business community. Previous Next

< Back Warm welcome to our new SweCham member SKF (Thailand) Limited 13 Jun 2024 SweCham would like to warmly welcome our new Premium Member, SKF (Thailand) Limited , to the Thai-Swedish business community! SKF is a global leader in providing bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and related equipment for improved reliability and performance. They offer engineering, maintenance, condition monitoring, and remanufacturing services for full-lifecycle management. Their industry-specific solutions cater to diverse sectors, ensuring optimised performance and reduced downtime for businesses worldwide. Big warm welcome to the representatives, Mr Tawiwat Reongpunyaroj (Managing Director, Sub-region CLMVT) and Mr Chaiya Cheybumrung (Head of Strategy and Marketing) To learn more about SKF and for queries, please email: 📧 chaiya.cheybumrung@skf.com 📧 suwimon.klairatsamee@skf.com For more information, please visit www.skf.com/th Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at director@swecham.com Previous Next

< Back Tetra Pak Champions Sustainable Packaging with the PRO-Thailand Network 14 Jul 2023 Tetra Pak is taking on a vital role in the effort to change sustainability practices within the packaging industry. Tetra Pak has joined the Packaging Recovery Organization Thailand Network (PRO-Thailand Network) to focus on and initiate change towards more sustainable packaging, with the goal of ultimately fostering a circular economy in Thailand. The initiative draws attention to the need for a shift in the packaging industry. Its aim is to transition the market from single-use, non-recyclable consumer products such as PET bottles, used beverage cartons, and multilayered products to products that can be responsibly managed throughout their entire lifecycle. To succeed in creating this change, they highlight the need for close collaboration between various organizations, government agencies, businesses, and the wider society to create change through PRO-Thailand Network. Tetra Pak and the other members of PRO-Thailand Network are making a clear statement that the circular economy is a part of the future and that their products will not only have one lifespan but be circular. Tetra Pak´s participation in PRO-Thailand Network and collaboration with other industry actors is a testament to their strong commitment to a circular economy and their focus on protecting food, people and the planet. To read the full article: https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/2601648/network-touts-eco-friendly-packaging For more information on Tetra Pak´s sustainability practices: https://www.tetrapak.com/en-th/sustainability/approach/our-sustainability-approach# Previous Next

< Back ECCIL EuroCham Laos visited SweCham Office! 5 Jul 2023 Big warm thanks to Mr Enrico Bargnani, Deputy Executive Director of ECCIL EuroCham Laos, the only official representation of the European Business community in Lao PDR, for a visit last week. It was a great pleasure to have productive discussions and explore potential ways for collaboration with you. Furthermore, the visit has allowed us to gain valuable insights into EuroCham Laos’ initiatives and the remarkable work they are doing in Laos. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to strengthen our ties with EuroCham Laos and build a professional and strong network between our chambers. Aiming to offer numerous business opportunities for our members in the Thai-Swedish community, SweCham looks forward to fostering this partnership and collaborating with ECCIL EuroCham Laos in the near future! Previous Next

< Back KIS International School is proud to welcome Dr Carolyn Mason Parker as their new Head of School 6 Oct 2023 Bangkok, Thailand – KIS International School is proud to welcome Dr Carolyn Mason Parker as their new Head of School in the celebration of our 25th anniversary. Dr Carolyn is a passionate educator with over 20 years of experience as a teacher and leader. In her most recent role as Head of School at Qatar Sidra Academy, Carolyn implemented a personalized learning pathway that guided students to graduation by enabling them to follow their passions, supported cross-school safeguarding, child protection, and wellbeing programmes, and strengthened the inclusion, equity, and diversity offerings for the community. Her doctoral study at Atlantic University was in research and how to support teachers with curriculum development to better support student learning. Her master's degree from The Open University in the UK was focused on both education and linguistics, leading to an additional qualification in special education with a focus on language development and dyslexia. Dr Carolyn is originally from the UK and has also resided in the USA, Ghana, and Qatar. She has also supported the University of Western Ontario in developing and establishing a teacher development program aligned with and accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO). In her new role at KIS, Dr Carolyn shared, “It is my mission as an educational leader to build, maintain and develop the systems and curriculum that facilitate, enable, and inspire students and teachers to achieve their academic and personal potential. In my new role as Head of School at KIS International School Bangkok, I am eager to collaborate with a diverse and talented team of educators to create a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Together, we will foster a culture of excellence and empower students to become lifelong learners and global citizens. With a passion for educational innovation and a commitment to fostering inclusive practices, I am dedicated to ensuring every student's success and well-being.” Dr Carolyn is joined in Bangkok by her husband, Gary Craggs, who is also an experienced educator, specializing in the IB Diploma Programme and school inspection. She is eager to cultivate a school environment that celebrates diversity, embraces creativity, and instils a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom. Student learning is at the centre of everything they do. In her first month as Head of School, Dr Carolyn has already travelled with students discovering the Markets of Chatuchak, explored the EY2 butterfly garden, joined classes in every grade level, and participated in multiple morning coffees with parents. She has enjoyed being able to be involved in the extra-curricular activity programme and sharing the delight of students who are empowered to drive forward change through taking action on a number of issues that impact the community. She is eager to celebrate the KIS milestone Jubilee in recognition of 25 years of academic excellence, as well as continuing the tradition of inspiring individuals. KIS International School is an independent IB World school celebrating 25 years of academic excellence in central Bangkok. They are a diverse learning community of over 800 students from Early Years to Grade 12 and will become One school, Two campuses with the addition of their new world-class 60-acre second campus KIS Reignwood Park opening in August 2024 in Lam Luk Ka, Pathum Thani. KIS International School is the only school to offer all four International Baccalaureate programmes: 1) Primary Years Programme (PYP), 2) Middle Years Programme (MYP), 3) Diploma Programme (DP), and 4) Career-related Programme (CP). Their graduates matriculate at top universities all over the world. Their reputation for academic excellence is supported by their consistently high IBDP scores which have seen as average 34.5 points over the last 5 years, well above the world average of 30 points. Success continues with students graduating from KIS with a wide choice of offers stretching across 10+ countries and 120+ different universities and colleges each year. A warm welcome to Dr Carolyn from the entire KIS International School community! Photo credit: KIS International School Previous Next

< Back BNH Birthday Campaign 2024 20 May 2024 Happy Birthday to You! Have a Healthy Year Ahead! Have your lung, heart, and brain checked on your birthday and get a free 01 Flu vaccine What is 2C1U? An early detection for stroke, heart disease, and lung cancer by performing: ✅ Low-dose CT scan for lung cancer screening ✅ Cardiac CT for calcium scoring ✅ Carotid doppler ultrasound Why 2C1U? Because ‘heart disease’ is the no. 1 killer worldwide!!! The brain, heart, and lungs are the three main organs that work together and perform heavy tasks throughout the body. If a disease occurs in any of these systems, there is a high chance that it will affect the other interconnected systems. It is better to prevent harmful stroke and heart and lung diseases by taking care of one's health, being aware of any symptoms or abnormalities that may occur in the body and assessing the risk factors associated with them. Generally, high blood fat levels may not show any symptoms, but they can be detected through blood tests that measure cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Learn more about the diseases and 2C1U package here => https://shorturl.at/uBJS8 For an appointment, please email minh.ba@bnh.co.th or call BNH hospital at 02-020-0700 Ext. 1813 Previous Next

< Back Discover PRP – A Non-Surgical Approach to Reducing Pain from Osteoarthritis with BNH Hospital 25 Jun 2024 PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) is a treatment aimed at alleviating pain from injuries or chronic inflammation related to osteoarthritis, tendons, muscles, bones, and soft tissues. It involves injecting concentrated platelets from the patient’s own blood back into the injured area, providing an alternative to surgery. Suitable for individuals with injuries or inflammation in nerve or muscle tissues and chronic conditions like osteoarthritis that have not responded to other treatments. 1️⃣ Collect blood 2️⃣ Separate platelets 3️⃣ Extract plasma 4️⃣ Inject PRP Prices for PRP Knee Injection 💉 1 injection: 25,000 baht 💉 3 injections: 70,000 baht For more information, please contact us at: 📧 Email: minh.ba@bnh.co.th ☎️ Phone No.: 02-022-0700 Ext. 1813 Learn more about BNH Hospital at www.bnhhospital.com Previous Next

< Back TCEB Strategic Direction 2024: Event Recap 25 Oct 2023 On 24 October, the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) organised the TCEB Strategic Direction 2024 event, titled ‘Driving Thailand Forward as High-Value Added MICE’, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. SweCham President Peter Björk participated alongside other JFCCT representatives. In addition to TCEB executives and staff, many organisations in the MICE industry were present, including PATA, TICA, THA, and several airlines. During the event, TCEB executives presented new trends in the MICE industry and discussed how Thailand can reposition itself to compete globally in an ever-changing world, building upon Thailand's existing competitive advantages. The discussion highlighted that Generation Z business travellers will significantly influence the industry, driving new trends and expectations. They will opt for shorter and more frequent trips with a focus on value and results. Technological advancements, including AI, will be utilised to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, making innovation a key factor. MICE events are increasingly viewed as essential business events, empowering employees to fully understand their organisation's vision, values, and culture, shaping a positive perception of the organisation among customers. Regional targets will become more important than global scale, and sustainability practices will be essential. Additionally, TCEB presented a comprehensive survey on factors that matter when choosing destinations, including safety, value for money, readiness of facilities, and local community support. Thailand leads in categories such as value for money, the country's brand image, and readiness of accommodation. However, there is a need to catch up in areas such as technology advancement, high-value destination offerings, and sustainability. The event also discussed transforming Thailand for the future, utilising the country's flagship industries such as food security, creative soft power, health tech innovations, and urban quality of life (QOL) and mobility. Exciting times lie ahead as Thailand navigates these transformative strategies. To watch a recorded video, please visit https://lnkd.in/gHrV5nbp Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gcs29eCv More details of MICE at https://lnkd.in/fYTU6mv Previous Next

< Back Supporting Partnerships between Thai and Swedish Universities 15 Dec 2023 On 12 December, SweCham Executive Director, Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, engaged in insightful discussions on the robust collaboration between Thai and Swedish universities. The meeting with Dr. Duangamol N. Tungasmita and Dr. Sukkaneste Tungasmita (Linköping University alumnus) of Chulalongkorn University, and Prof. Joseph Samec of Stockholm University unveiled a remarkable journey in sustainable and green technology research since 2015, supported by the STINT scholarship. SweCham actively champions such partnerships, playing a pivotal role in bridging academia and industry for impactful collaborations. Need support in fostering Thai-Swedish partnerships? Get in touch with us at contact@swecham.com ! Previous Next

< Back SweCham Team visited Aritco Thailand at their showroom in Bangkok! 7 Mar 2024 On 5 March, SweCham visited our Memb er , Aritco Thailand, Home lifts from Sweden. We were warmly welcomed by Khun Tana Sripongtanakul ( Managing Director ) and Khun Jutharat Hongkhajorn (Assistant to Managing Director ). Big thanks for the warm welcome and the great hospitality extended to our Executive Director Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen. The visit gave us insights into Aritco’s products and services. Aritco’s main business area is within the product segment of home lifts and public lifts. Aritco’s products are renowned for their high-quality and safety. The lifts are designed to seamlessly blend functionality with design, making it a natural part of the home. Aritco’s attention to detail was shown when we had the opportunity to try one of their lifts, reinforcing their outstanding reputation as innovators in the lift industry! The SweCham team looks forward to continued collaboration and partnership with Aritco Thailand in the future! To discover more about Aritco Thailand, please visit https://www.aritco.co.th/EN/home Previous Next

< Back SweCham President participated in the Norway-Asia Business Summit 2023 8 Dec 2023 On 30 November, SweCham President Peter Björk joined the Norway-Asia Business Summit at Avani Riverside Bangkok together with more than 200 participants. The Norway-Asia Business Summit, hosted by the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC), aim to strengthen trade and investments between leading institutions, companies, and technology clusters. More than 50 speakers gave their view on topics from strategic business perspectives to cross cultural collaboration for over two days. The Summit is currently the most important meeting arena between Norwegian and Asian business leaders and have a target audience of business and industry leaders, government representatives, technology innovators, business support organisations, experts and academia, international organisations and media. The 2023 Summit was the first post-pandemic Summit, giving Norwegian businesses a chance to meet again, expand their networks, understand market trends, and gain insights into the region’s investment opportunities and challenges. Thank you very much TNCC for hosting the Norway-Asia Business Summit 2023, an event which was filled with insightful discussions and networking opportunities. Previous Next

< Back Business Climate Survey For Swedish Companies In Thailand 2018 Team Sweden Thailand conducted a business climate survey in 2018. Click here to download the Business Climate Survey Team Sweden Thailand –Business Sweden, Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce and the Embassy of Sweden in Thailand – conducted a survey during February-April 2018 with the purpose to understand how Swedish companies established in Thailand perceive the business climate. One of the insights found is that the Swedish companies have a positive outlook where 84% expect their revenue to grow the coming three years, of which more than 30% expect growth over 20%. Read more about the perceived opportunities and challenges in the report. Previous Next